Fairway Aerification

During fairway aerification, weather is one of the key factors when determining to start this labor intensive maintenance practice.  We look for a high pressure weather pattern, plenty of sunshine, low humidity and temperatures that range from 50 to 70 degrees (spring/fall). Last fall, aerification was attempted but due to weather and ground conditions we decided to wait because we were doing more damage than good.  It was important to find a weather pattern window this spring, enabling us to aerifiy the 27 acres of fairways which keeps thatch levels under control.  This is important for healthy turf and firmer fairways.  Timing has been very difficult to pin point with the wet , cloudy conditions. The forecast looked decent to start this project on Monday, May 9th.  The staff started pre-dawn and weather conditions were great.  We continued to work until dark and the operation was a big success with minor setbacks. We will look for the next window to complete this project thanks for your patience.